Senior Defense Programs Manager — R&D to Production

Pacific Defense; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading defense solutions provider is seeking a Sr. Program Manager in El Segundo, CA, to lead advanced R&D and production programs for military and government customers. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in program lifecycle management, strong leadership skills, and a background in embedded systems. This role involves direct interaction with customers and strategic execution aligned with business goals.

Qualifications

• Significant experience throughout the program lifecycle.
• Experience managing technical teams.
• Ability to develop, manage, and execute program management plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the program team engineers.
• Serve as the primary interface with the customer.
• Develop and implement plans and schedules.

Skills

Program lifecycle management

Risk management

Team leadership

Embedded systems knowledge

Communication systems

Education

Engineering degree (BSEE or BSCS or BSME)

Master of Engineering

Tools

Program Management Certification

Job description

A leading defense solutions provider is seeking a Sr. Program Manager in El Segundo, CA, to lead advanced R&D and production programs for military and government customers. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in program lifecycle management, strong leadership skills, and a background in embedded systems. This role involves direct interaction with customers and strategic execution aligned with business goals.